Polish Lowland Sheepdog

Grooming

Polish Lowland Sheepdog has a double and thick coat that requires a proper amount of maintenance. They have a dense topcoat and a soft undercoat. To keep his coat looking good, brushing once-twice a week will do the job and keep the hair without tangles and mats.

Like all dogs with fluffy coat, they easily get dirty, so you will have to bathe your dog from time to time.

Polish Lowland Sheepdog coat colors include:

• White with black, gray, or sandy patches
• Grey with white or chocolate

The rest is basic care for these dogs. Brush their teeth at least three times a week to prevent tartar buildup and infections. Ensure you use products that are made especially for dogs, as human products could potentially harm them. Trim their nails if they don’t wear them down naturally.

A good indication is if you can hear them clicking on the floor while they walk. Clean their ears and check for signs of redness or infections. Use a cotton cloth and never insert anything in their ear canal. You can always check with your Vet about the products you should use and the proper technique.

PON Exercise

PON is a medium-energy dog that requires daily activity to spend his energy. Polish Lowland Sheepdog will enjoy all the fun activities such as long walks, hiking, canine sports, or just playing with their owner. To make this dog happy you will have to devote your time to playing sessions if you don't want him to develop behavior problems. They will, in fact, become bored and destructive if they don't spend all their energy outside.

Training such an intelligent dog breed is essential for preventing the development of bad behavioral traits. Start training them as soon as they arrive at your house, and if you do not have time to work with such an active breed, maybe it is not the best choice for you. 

If you are interested in properly training your Polish Lowland Sheepdog and are unsure where to start, you can always ask professionals for help. Many puppy training programs and doggy schools can significantly help you train an active shepherding breed.

Most dog breeds do not take harsh training methods and techniques well, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog is one of them. You should make training sessions exciting, and you will start noticing great results in a matter of hours.

Personality

Like any other dog breed, the Polish Lowland Sheepdog should start the socialization process immediately. Dogs that are not well socialized are prone to behavioral problems and might react badly to situations they are not familiar with.

Polish Lowland Sheepdog and kids

These dogs are an excellent choice for families with kids. They are devoted and loyal and will be great playing partners for the kids. As with any other dog breed, you must always supervise while your kids and dog are playing so any unwanted behavior wouldn’t emerge.

Polish Lowland Sheepdog and other animals

PON dogs can live with other animals in the household if they are raised together from the start. They will accept them as a part of their flock. With the dogs, he doesn’t know these dogs will be aloof.

Health problems

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are dogs with a life expectancy of 12-14 years. They are, like any other dog breed, prone to some health problems that every (future) owner should be aware of. To ensure you'll get the healthiest possible dog, never buy a dog from a puppy mill breeder or a pet store.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs can suffer from

• Hip dysplasia - Genetic problem affecting hips resulting from an improperly formed hip joint.
• Progressive Retinal Atrophy - Group of diseases that affect the retina and cause it to deteriorate over time.

Polish Lowland Sheepdog Breeders

When getting a dog, the most important thing is to get it from a responsible and reputable Polish Lowland Sheepdog breeder. These dogs are energetic and protective, and getting a poorly bred dog can have catastrophic results. Responsible breeders will breed dogs that don’t only look good but have great characters as well.

You must find a good Polish Lowland Sheepdogs breeder that can help you learn about this breed and make an informed choice about getting a dog with these characteristics.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are fairly rare in the US, and you can mostly find them in their native land – Poland. Because of that, you must be prepared that you will be put on the waiting list if you want to get this puppy.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are excellent dogs with whom you will enjoy spending time together. They require a proper amount of exercise to be happy and satisfied, and if you provide them with enough daily activities, you can be sure that your dog will be well-behaved.

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Most people believe that the Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are descended from the Puli, Tibetan terriers, and other herding dogs. These dogs were bred for the purpose of being the flock dogs over the day and the guardians over the night.

FUN FACT: In the 1500s, these dogs were brought to Scotland, and it is thought that they were involved in the creation of the Bearded Collie.

Like many other dog breeds, even the Polish Lowland Sheepdog was nearly extinct after the World War but mainly thanks to the work of Dr. Danuta Hryniewicz this dog breed remains alive.

The standard for PONs was written in 1959 and at that time they were accepted by the FCI. American Kennel Club accepted Polish Lowland Sheepdogs in 2001.